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Fosroc® Proofex Engage Pre-applied waterproofing membrane conforming to the requirements of BS EN 13967:2004 and BS 8102:2009. Proofex Engage mechanically bonds to poured concrete, remaining in place if settlement of substrate occurs
constructive solutions
Standard compliance Independently certified performance, BBA certificate ( N o . 03/4042). BS EN 13967:2004 - Flexible sheets for waterproofing- Plastic and rubber damp proof sheets including plastic and rubber basement tanking sheet. Type A and Type T.
Uses Waterproofing and gasproofing membrane for concrete basements, liftpits, carparks and other water excluding structures. Proofex Engage can be used to achieve waterproofing to Grades 1,2 and 3 as defined in BS 8102: 2009.
British Standard 8102:2009 - Code of Practice for ‘Protection Of Structures Against Water From the Ground’ Classes 1, 2 and 3. Specification clauses
Advantages
The waterproof tanking membrane shall be Proofex Engage, consisting of a blended polyethylene / polypropylene membrane incorporating a cell mesh, enabling the membrane to mechanically bond with the poured concrete. The membrane shall be supplied with one self-adhesive selvedge to provide sealed laps and comply with British Standard 8102 2009 - Code of practice for “Protection of Structures Against Water from the Ground” to provide basement waterproofing protection to grades 1, 2 and 3. The product shall comply with the requirements of BS EN 13967:2004, Type A and Type T, “Flexible sheets for waterproofing- Plastic and rubber damp proof sheets including plastic and rubber basement tanking.” The product shall have a current British Board of Agrément Certificate.
Unique mesh system bonds permanently to concrete, remaining in place even if settlement takes place Smart antitracking design prevents water tracking between membrane and concrete Simple and quick to install - no protection film to remove Basement waterproofing protection to grades 1, 2 and 3 as defined in BS 8102:2009 Methane and CO 2 protection as defined in BRE Report 212 Radon protection as defined in BRE Report 211 BBA certification Protects concrete from attack from chemicals, hydrocarbons and aggressive ground salts in contaminated sites Simple application - requires no primer or protection, and blinding concrete may be eliminated Inert product - no risk of a reaction with ponded water prior to concrete being poured Membrane composition gives excellent flexibility for detailing, combined with high durability and toughness for site trafficking. Description Proofex Engage is a unique patented waterproof membrane system comprising a cell mesh bonded to a blended polyethylene / polypropylene membrane which allows poured concrete to interlock, forming a tenacious mechanical bond.
c Fosroc Ltd, Drayton Manor Business Park, Coleshill Road, Tamworth, Staffs, B78 3TL 0836 FPC 09/FO13 EN 13967:2004 Flexible sheets for waterproofing - Plastic and rubber damp proof sheets including plastic and rubber basement tanking systems Class Watertightness Resistance to impact
Proofex Engage provides water, water vapour and gas protection to water excluding structures and protects concrete from aggressive ground salts, chemicals and hydrocarbons.
Dangerous substances
Proofex Engage is supplied with a self-adhesive selvedge along one side of the roll to provide sealed laps and a comprehensive range of auxillary products to simplify the application process.
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Type A and Type T Pass > 1.5m Conforms with 5.17
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Fosroc® Proofex Engage Properties Test method
Standard
EN13967 Requirement
Result
EN 1928 Method A
No evidence of water penetration @ 6 m head
Pass
EN 12730 method B
15kg
EN 12311-2
-
Durability of watertightness against ageing
EN 1296 / EN 1928
-
Pass
Resistance to impact
EN 12691 Method A
1500 mm
EN 12317-2
-
EN 1931
-
Water vapour resistance factor u = 580000 Equivalent air layer thickness Sd = 400 metres
EN 1847 / EN 1928
Watertight at 2kPa at 60kPa
Pass Pass
EN 1848-2
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30 metres 1.27 metres 4 – 5mm (membrane thickness 0.8mm) 1.54 kg/m2 8.0 N/mm2 / >200% / >65% Longitudinal: >10.0 N/mm2 / >300% / >60%
720 N (longitudinal) Pass > 600 N >220 N (lap) >150 N (butt)
